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Happy aunting. By the wonderful Grace Farris. P.S. Winter activities, and people at holiday parties.… Read more The post Holiday Aunt appeared first on Cup of Jo.

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We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More › Holiday deals are still going strong at The Home Depot, and you can snag a free Ryobi ONE+ 18V tool when you purchase the qualifying Ryobi 18V Starter Kit for $99 (was $203.94). It’s an affordable way to expand your ONE+ system, and with 13 free tool options, there’s something for every project. A clear standout is the Ryobi ONE+ 18V 13″ String Trimmer (valued at $69.97). It’s a lightweight, DIY-friendly pick that makes quick work of edging and trimming. But…

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What are you up to this weekend? We’re decorating our Christmas tree tonight, and tomorrow I’m going to see the new Oedipus, a modernized version that follows a politician and his wife on election night. I’ll report back! Hope you have a good one, and here are a few links from around the web… What’s on your holiday wishlist? Here’s mine, plus an advent calendar for word-lovers. (Big Salad, free to read) Three chefs tried a bunch of grocery store chocolate ice cream, and they agreed on the winner. What do you think of the color melting hair trend? A…

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Fudgy brownies with a high protein twist, thanks to cottage cheese! These chocolate delights are gluten-free and have no added sugar. Are you a brownie lover who craves that perfect balance between fudgy and gooey? Look no further! In this delectable recipe, I’ll show you how to create the most irresistible fudgy cottage cheese brownies that will leave you wanting more. Even better, these brownies are high in protein, thanks to the secret ingredient: cottage cheese. So, get your apron on and prepare to indulge in a healthier twist on a classic treat. You already know how I feel about…

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INVESTMENT AND INSURANCE PRODUCTS ARE: NOT A DEPOSIT • NOT FDIC INSURED • NO BANK GUARANTEE • MAY LOSE VALUE There are discount online brokerages, and there are truly discount online brokerages. Formerly known as You Invest by J.P. Morgan, J.P. Morgan Self-Directed Investing is among the latter. Not because it’s bare-bones or devoid of any of the useful tools and features DIY investors (including new investors) need to stay on top of the market, but because it’s really inexpensive. All J.P. Morgan Self-Directed Investing clients qualify for unlimited free stock and ETF trades, resulting in extremely low costs for…

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The author Sholem Aleichem got it right when he wrote in the 1899 short story “Hanukkah Gelt”, “Can you guess, children, which is the best of all holidays? Hanukkah, of course…. You eat latkes every day.” These crisp potato pancakes have been a festive treat at Jewish tables since the mid-19th century, when the potato was becoming a widespread crop in Eastern Europe. Fried foods like latkes have long been favored during the eight days of Hanukkah because oil is considered symbolic of the miracle that is central to the holiday, which commemorates the Jews’ victory over the Syrian Greeks…

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My kids were horrified by my “For the Kids” recommendations I shared in our Wit & Delight holiday gift guide this year. They insisted I share their personal lists too, because “Other kids might be sad if you get them those things.” I thought I’d get the whole family involved, and today I’m sharing the items on each of our wish lists this year. Browse holiday gifts for family members of all ages, all personally vetted by me, or by my three favorite people.For even more gifting inspiration, head to my ShopMy store. I’ve pulled together more gift ideas here,…

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The recent Democrat-led shutdown provided fodder for Republicans to increase the efficiency of the Federal government.McMahon’s Shutdown Op-Ed Sparks National BacklashDepositphotos Photo by thenews2.comEducation Secretary Linda McMahon sparked a national debate with her USA Today op-ed arguing that the recent 43-day government shutdown revealed how little the Department of Education is needed.According to McMahon, schools operated without disruption and states proved more than capable of managing education responsibilities without federal “micromanagement.”Her arguments energized Republicans who have long called for reducing or eliminating the agency;  but they also triggered a swift political counteroffensive from Democrats.McMahon: The DOE Is a “Pass-Through” States…

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It’s immediately obvious when you walk in that Tamba is one of Las Vegas’s most ambitious new restaurants. Heavy double doors open to an arresting, high-ceilinged space that evokes a five-star hotel lobby. A DJ spins electro-Indian tunes that pulse out of invisible speakers hidden in the walls.Then comes the food: On the warm, rounded tables of thick slab oak, chef Anand Singh — who earned fine dining credentials at Rosewood Las Ventanas in Cabo San Lucas — serves folded raw hamachi slices topped with tiny dabs of curry and a maroon-colored pool of tamarind ponzu that wouldn’t feel out…

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